2004 BMW 325I vs 2006 BMW 325I
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 BMW 325I | 2006 BMW 325I |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 147 | 515 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 24 | 115 |
| Investigations | 5 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 21 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 84,000 mi | 79,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 325I | BMW 325I |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 62 | 241 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 85 |
| Engine | 6 | 50 |
| Exterior Lighting | 44 | 9 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 5 | 47 |
| Steering | 3 | 39 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 40 |
| Seats | 3 | 29 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 14 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 98 |
| Overheating | 0 | 12 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
2004 BMW 325I
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.